Unforgettable—A Tribute to Nat King Cole

November 02, 2012
Knight Concert Hall at the Adrienne Arsht Center
George Benson, Freddy Cole and Henry Mancini Institute Orchestra combine for a spectacular celebration honoring legendary singer, pianist and trio leader Nat ‘King’ Cole at Arsht Center.

Jazz Vocalist Roseanna Vitro and JV1—Free-Spirited Spontaneity

October 25, 2012
UM Gusman Concert Hall
Vocalist Roseanna Vitro performs jazz and Brazilian-infused hits with award-winning Frost JV1 Ensemble, plus highlights from her Grammy nominated CD The Music of Randy Newman. $40/30/20

Jason Moran & The Bandwagon—Cross-Genre Jazz at Its Best

October 24, 2012
UM Gusman Concert Hall
Jason Moran & The Bandwagon (piano, bass, drums) bring their adventurous blend of jazz, classical, blues, funk, hip-hop, and rock to Festival Miami for a killer night of jazz. $50/35/20

Jason Moran—Free Q&A Master Class

October 23, 2012
Clarke Recital Hall in the Weeks Center for Recording and Performance
Stamps Distinguished Visitor Jason Moran presents an engaging free master class and Q&A. Free admission, ticket required.

Dave Liebman—Free Master Class

October 10, 2012
Clarke Recital Hall in the Weeks Center for Recording and Performance
Join jazz saxophonist Dave Liebman for an informative talk about jazz improvisation and the music business as it relates to the jazz artist. Free admission, ticket required.

Tenor Titan Dave Liebman—Takes Flight with Frost Concert Jazz Band

October 09, 2012
UM Gusman Concert Hall
NEA Jazz Master Dave Liebman (sax/flute) combines his visceral drive and enthusiasm with the high-intensity Frost Concert Jazz Band for an extraordinary jazz experience! $50/35/20

Jazz Meets Gershwin—Hosted by Michael Feinstein

November 04, 2011
Knight Concert Hall at the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts
Gershwin represents American music at its best and Festival Miami, JazzRoots and the Arsht Center assembled the best to perform it for you: Michael Feinstein, Denyce Graves, Shelly Berg and Terence Blanchard with the Henry Mancini Institute Orchestra

New York Voices Swing with JV1 Frost Jazz Vocal Ensemble

October 13, 2011
UM Maurice Gusman Concert Hall
Double Grammy-winning New York Voices are renowned for their excellence in the art of group singing, inspired by Lambert, Hendricks and Ross, Singers Unlimited and Manhattan Transfer. The JV1 Frost Jazz Vocal Ensemble will also be featured. $50/35/20

High Octane Jazz—Introducing New Frost Jazz Professors Brian Lynch and Martin Bejerano

October 08, 2011
UM Maurice Gusman Concert Hall
Grammy Award-winning jazz trumpeter Brian Lynch pairs up with burning jazz pianist Martin Bejerano and a fantastic rhythm section for an outstanding evening of small group jazz that will light up your spirits and amaze your senses. $40/30/20

Jazz Master Benny Golson with the Frost Studio Jazz Band

October 07, 2011
UM Maurice Gusman Concert Hall
Jazz aficionados love his “I Remember Clifford” while TV fans know his music from M*A*S*H, Mission Impossible, and The Cosby Show theme. Here, Benny Golson performs his favorite big band arrangements with the Frost Studio Jazz Band. $65/45/25

Soulive—The Ultimate Feel-Good Groove Band

October 06, 2011
UM Maurice Gusman Concert Hall
Soulive plays danceable organ-driven grooves fusing soul, jazz, R&B, and blues with hip-hop and funk. Wildly popular at jam fests, they’ve toured with the Rolling Stones and recorded with Chaka Kahn, Talib Kweli, Maceo Parker, Derek Trucks! $40/30/20

Benny Golson—Taking Note of a Legendary Jazz Career

October 06, 2011
Clarke Recital Hall in the Weeks Center for Recording and Performance
From his early years with Dizzy Gillespie to his remarkable 60-year career as a solo performer and TV and film composer, tenor saxophonist and NEA Jazz Master Benny Golson, provides insight into his creative approaches and career longevity. FREE

GIANTS OF JAZZ SALUTE: Wycliffe Gordon

October 30, 2010
Maurice Gusman Concert Hall, University of Miami
Wycliffe Gordon and Frost Concert Jazz Band, salute the Giants of Jazz in the Grand Finale Concert.

Tickets range from $25 to $85

INSPIRED IMPROVISATION: Matt Wilson Quartet

October 21, 2010
Maurice Gusman Concert Hall, University of Miami
Matt Wilson Quartet Pairs Up with the Stamps Jazz Quintet in an All-Out Jazz Fest.

Tickets range from $25 to $50

SIZZLING HOT SWING: Mark O’Connor

October 16, 2010
Maurice Gusman Concert Hall, University of Miami
Sensational Mark O’Connor and His Hot Swing Put “Le Jazz Hot” on Steroids.

Tickets range from $20 to $50

ESSENCE OF EXPRESSION: Sunny Wilkinson

October 13, 2010
Maurice Gusman Concert Hall, University of Miami
The Inventive Sunny Wilkinson Sings New and Timeless Favorites with the Frost Jazz Vocal 1 Ensemble.

Tickets range from $20 to $30

UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL: Frank Loesser

October 10, 2010
Maurice Gusman Concert Hall, University of Miami
ASCAP Presents the Music of Academy Award-winning Frank Loesser

Tickets range from $20 to $40